EPSON RC700 Robot Controller
New Generation
The RC700 is the new generation of EPSON robot controllers. Is is the standard controller of the C4 and H-Series robots. The RC700 includes everything that is needed to operate the robots. Its capabilities can be expanded with numerous options.
One for All
The RC700 can do the same as it predecessors (RC180 and RC620). It can act as a central controller, operating up to 3 different robots. Programming is done on an external PC, under the Windows based EPSON RC+ software.
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Specifications
| Model | RC700 | |
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| For which robot? | 6-axis: C4 | |
| Robot / Controller | with Drive Unit | SCARA: maximum 3 pcs. 6-axis: maximum 3 pcs. |
| Industrial PC | external industrial PC connectivity | |
| Power/Signal cable | length (m) | standard: 3 m optional: 5m, 10m or 20m |
| Programming | EPSON RC+ 7.x runs under Windows |
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| Programming Language | SPEL+ (multitasking) | |
| Software options | RC+ API 7.0 External Control Point Motion (ECP) Security OCR Conveyor tracking / Pulse generating Force sensing GUI Builder |
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| Interface | 1 x USB memory (for backup) 1 x USB programming 2 x 10/100 base T-Ethernet (network) I/O: 24/16 standard (8/8 as remote) 1 x RS-232C |
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| Expansions | I/O | 4 option cards: on each card: +24 inputs / +16 outputs |
| Fieldbus, slave | 1 option card: DeviceNet Profibus Profinet Ethernet/IP CC-Link |
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| RS-232C | 2 option cards: on each card 4 x RS-232 channels |
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| Pulse Generator | 4 option cards: on each card 4 channels |
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| Vision system | CV1 Compact Vision + cameras programming inside EPSON RC+ |
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| Other hardware options | TP1 teach pendant TP2 teach pendant |
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| Power requirements | main | AC 200-240, single phase 50/60Hz |
| power | max. 2500 VA (depending on robot) | |
| Humidity | 20% - 80%, non-condensing | |
| Dimensions | controller (mm) | 380 x 350 x 180 |
| drive unit for additional robots (mm) | ||
| Weight | (kg) | 11 |
| Safety | EMERGENCY STOP button, safety door entry, low power mode, generator brake error detection: encoder cable disconnection detections: Motor overload, motor speed error, irregular motor torque (manipulator out of control), overheating of a motor driver module, positioning overrun - servo error, speed overrun - servo error, CPU error, memory checksum error, relay drop-out, excess voltage, mains voltage outage, temperature deviation, fan error |
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| Standard | CE ANSI RIA R15.06-1999 EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC |
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Options
for the RC700 Robot Controller
- P/S Cable:
- longer Power and Signal cable option in 5 or 10 meter length;
- Teach Pendant:
- EPSON TP1, TP2 or TP3 Teach Pendants can be used to teach/re-teach points of the robot without the need to connect the programming PC;
- Drive Unit:
- external drive unit, to control additional robots;
- I/O option:
- additional inputs and outputs to increase the number of digital I/Os;
- Serial Connection:
- RS-232C option (with 2 channels per card);
- Fieldbus, slave:
- communication cards (slave): Profibus-DP, ProfiNet, DeviceNet, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, CC-Link;
- Fieldbus, slave:
- communication cards (master) with external PC: DeviceNet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP;
- Conveyor Tracking:
- conveyor tracking option, for tracking parts moving on a conveyor belt;
- Pulse Generating:
- pulse generating cards;
- Compact Vision:
- EPSON's own smart camera system that can be programmed from the robot's own software. Up to 6 cameras can be connected;
- PV1 PC Vision:
- camera recognition system for external PCs, with the ability to program from within the EPSON RC+, with up to 8 different cameras;
- OCR:
- optical character recognition;
- GUI Builder:
- license to build Windows based User Interface to control the robotic cell;
- RC+ API:
- license to integrate robot controls into Your Windows applications;
- ECP:
- External Control Point license;
- Force Sensing:
- allowing real-time force sensing on the robot;
- Security License:
- ability to define different user levels, track usage (operation hours, changes, etc.);
Programming
Simple to understand programming language: SPEL+
EPSON robot programming is done in a Windows-based programming environment called
EPSON RC+. The programming language itself is called SPEL+.
SPEL+ is very similar to BASIC. It is quick to learn and easy to understand. After programming
and compiling in EPSON RC+, the program is transferred to the robot controller. From that point,
the controller controlls the robot (without the need of the PC).
Do you need to control other devices as well? No problem. SPEL+ can do a lot more than just robot
control. It is a multitasking language, capable of controlling task parallel or independent
of the robot.
Complex motion control
SPEL+ includes a wide range ot motion commands: PTP (point-to-point motion), linear motion, CP (continuous path motion), etc. or special motion commands such as Jump or Palletizing commands.
Robot Simulator, to plan ahead
With the use of the 3D robot simulator, you can plan ahead, design and simulate your application before your robot even arrives. Inside EPSON RC+ you can add 3D models to model your robotic cell, and check the cycle times. You can run study and verify your concept ideal before having to manufacture anything.
Camera Systems
EPSON's integrated vision systems
You can choose form a wide range of camera systems offered by the automation industry. But EPSON also provides its own solution. EPSON's vision systems are integrated with the robot's software, making it easy to connect and to access all the parameters and results of the camera system.
CV1, Compact Vision
The CV1 (Compact Vision) controller connects to
the robot controller via Ethernet. Programming is done from inside EPSON RC+.
The CV1 supports up to 2 x EPSON USB cameras (VGA, 1.3MP or 5MP).
CV2, Compact Vision
The CV2 connect to the robot controller via Ethernet connection. The CV2 offers quicker processing and supports high speed GigE cameras for faster data transfers. Programming is done inside EPSON RC+. The CV2 supports up to 4 x GigE cameras and up to 2 x USB cameras at the same time.
PV1, PC Vision (for RC700 only)
The EPSON PV1 is a customizable option. It is installed on a Windows PC, that connects to the robot controller. The processing speed is the function of the hardware used. The PV1 support up to 8 x EPSON GigE cameras which are available in different color modes or resolutions.
Please click here for more information about EPSON's Vision Systems.
